Pronunciation: /naɪ/
noun a type of traditional Polynesian dance performed in Hawaii
A1 I saw a nai in the zoo.
A2 The nai was hiding in the bushes.
B1 The nai is a type of antelope found in Africa.
B2 The nai's graceful movements captivated the audience.
C1 The conservation efforts have helped protect the nai population.
C2 Researchers are studying the behavior patterns of the nai in their natural habitat.
adjective relating to or characteristic of the Polynesian dance style
A1 She is naïve and easily fooled.
A2 The children were naïve to believe everything they were told.
B1 His naïve approach to business led to many mistakes.
B2 Despite her intelligence, she can be quite naïve at times.
C1 His naïve optimism about the project was refreshing.
C2 She maintained a sense of naïve wonder throughout her life.
formal The nai in traditional Chinese music is a type of flute.
informal I heard that new nai song on the radio, it's really catchy.
slang She's always got the latest nai gossip, you should ask her.
figurative His words were like a soothing nai, calming everyone in the room.
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